"Reeves"

i "This is Dr. Cole from New York University's Downtown Hospital. I'm very sorry to inform you that your mother has passed away." /i

"What?! How? -What happened?!"

i "She was in a car crash with your father. He is in critical condition right now, with 3 broken ribs, one of which punctured his lung. He also has a broken arm, and numerous bruises and cuts." /i

"Was he drunk?" The magic question.

i "Yes. His blood alcohol level was .11." /i

"Oh god. I- I'll- I'll be there, soon. Just keep him alive until then." She hung up the phone with a trembling hand.

i 'Is it too late?' /i